Category: Start Here
New to backyard birding? Begin with these guides to set up and attract more birds.
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How to Attract Blue Jays Without Scaring Off Smaller Birds
Attract blue jays with peanuts and a separate platform feeder, without letting them crowd out…
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How to Attract Chickadees to a New Feeder
Learn how to attract chickadees to a new feeder with the right seed, feeder type,…
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How to Attract Woodpeckers Without Losing Your Siding
Attract woodpeckers to your yard and feeders instead of your house siding. Learn what draws…
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How to Attract Goldfinches with the Right Feeder
How to attract goldfinches: the right feeder, the seed they actually eat, smart placement, and…
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How to Attract Orioles to Your Yard
Attract orioles with orange halves, grape jelly, and nectar feeders timed to spring migration. A…
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How to Attract Bluebirds to Your Backyard
Attract bluebirds with the right nest box placement, open lawn habitat, mealworms, and fresh water.…
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How to Attract Cardinals to Your Yard
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What to Feed Birds in Winter: Best Foods and Tips
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How to Keep Squirrels Off Bird Feeders: 7 Proven Methods
Learn how to keep squirrels off bird feeders using baffles, caged feeders, and placement tricks…